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Omega 3 Oils Research

There is currently a great deal of interest in the benefits of Essential Fatty Acids, particularly Omega 3, in the treatment of many human conditions. Much of that interest focuses on children's behaviour and learning difficulties but, as our site illustrates, many other illnesses and disorders can benefit from treatment with Omega 3 oils and supplements.

Throughout Oil The Cogs you will find links to Omega 3 related research. Below are some other reference works that are both accessible to the lay-person, and informative. Please note that links will open in new browser windows, and that we have no control over the content of external Web sites.

BBC - 'The Human Mind' 1/10/2003 - Professor Robert Winston demonstrates the benefits of Omega 3 oil supplements with regard to children's behaviour and learning abilities
Durham University - summary 'Omega 3 supplements dramatically improve the behaviour and concentration of children with developmental difficulties'
University of Maryland - overview of essential fatty acids and health conditions benefiting from an increased dietary intake
The Inner Sanctum - benefits of HUFA (Highly Unsaturated Fatty Acids) in many health areas with references to the original studies
Health Benefits of Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) - study into the problems caused by Omega 3 oil deficiencies
The Fish Foundation - benefits of fish oil with links to in-depth research information
White House Letter - United States government communication recommending the use of Omega 3 and Omega 6 oils (.pdf file)
The Chiropractic Resource Organisation - extensive collection of in-depth EFA research